Shiyuan Xu, a Chinese-born artist residing in the U.S., draws inspiration from scientific phenomena and her experiences as an outsider. Her sculptures, reflecting the shapes of microscopic organisms, are significant for their incorporation of Chinese ceramic color palettes. Xu's labor-intensive process serves as a therapeutic exercise, allowing her to balance two cultures and metaphorically portray her personal journey. Her work will be featured in a London exhibition showcasing Chinese contemporary studio craft, highlighting her unique approach and artistic expression.
I can confidently say that I'm a creative person but I will probably never be an artist in the strictest sense of the word.
Shiyuan Xu is an artist who was born in China but is now based in the U.S. Her body of work has been inspired by scientific and microscopic phenomena.
She worked on these sculptures using porcelain, glaze, and Paperclay which is a mix of clay and cellulose fibers.
The pieces became a metaphor for her personal life, showing her evolution and journey and incorporating all of these experiences.
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